Thanks so much Herb - I would never have assumed the results you’ve experienced. Are you using the Match Minimas or the SVs? Todd.
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Sage advice Roger, I’ll see how it goes. Thanks again. Todd.
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Some great suggestions there - thanks all so far. Yes - I prefer the 2500 size reel for casting distance - clearly superior to a 1000 in that aspect, but as Ray mentioned, obviously not as light. Norm - thanks for the excellent detail. Re stripper sizes, I have a preference for 25mm on my 2500 size reels, or 20mm at a pinch - do you think the 16 will hinder any casting distance? I’ve neve
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Hi All, I'm looking to build a light or U/L power spin stick 7' to 7'6" and considering Minima guides, which I've never used. Reel would be 2500 size Shimano, likely running very light braid, and throwing small minnows and jigs. Any suggestions on train sizes or set-ups? Are the Match frames a better option (a la Fuji KL-H) or stick with the SV frames? I gather the F frames will
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I totally agree Roger. A significant hurdle living in Australia (read painfully small market) is that there is in effect not a single shop in the whole country that stocks one of these blanks, let alone all three of my shortlist (Rainshadow, MHX, Bushido - going with 100% graphite for sensitivity). I will end up with a nice stick whichever way I go, but you can appreciate my dilemma - part
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Thanks everyone With all your excellent suggestions, and that I have researched myself into a stupor, I think I will be drawing a whole bunch of names out of a hat ! Todd.
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Hi Tom, I'm also an international interested in your magazine - I had a quick look on the RodMaker website - taking into account the issues sending hardcopies OS, have you considered an online viewing format? If that was available you'd be getting my money. Regards, Todd Australia
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If using braid to mono leader, tying the FG Knot will enable you to keep running guide sizes small. This knot is a game changer IMHO - and reduces issues at the reduction train also. Todd.
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Thanks Tom - I’m also considering the Revalation in 7’6”- do you feel the H is a better option than the MH for baits in the 3/4oz to 1oz range? By the sound of things The Judge would be a great option (especially with a glass tip on big strikes), but I get the feeling the Revalation will have it easily covered in the distance - and sensitivity- department. Either way I still need to find a way
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Thanks Bruce If I go with MHX I think the 7’6” in the same spec will be my choice
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Thanks Roger I’ll see how easy I can get hold of them.
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Hi all, Looking to build a new crankbait stick for throwing the likes of DD22s, up to 1oz baits - any suggestions? Details: - distance more important than accuracy - will be running braid (likely 20lb but don't get hung up on this) - heaps of bottom contact (rock and timber) - max 7'6" preferred - NOT 100% glass - serious implosion feeders (Aust Murray Cod) Am thinking along th
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